“It takes a long time to become young.”

— Pablo Picasso

Do you ever feel depleted and tired, like you never make time for yourself? If so, you don’t need to wait for your birthday month to take some time for yourself. However, as a giver, sometimes having a specific reason to ask for help can make it easier. On this episode of the PlanSimple Podcast, I take you behind the scenes of my birthday month, and give lots of ideas for how you can uplevel your mindset and self-care any time of the year.

Here are the top 3 things I consider as I head into my birthday month. 

(You can hear EXACTLY how I’m answering these questions by listening to the episode.)

Reflect on what has been

The first step to celebrating my birthday month is to find some quiet time to be with a journal, a piece of paper, and a pen. I get centered and grounded and reflect on what has happened over the past year. I look at both the celebrations and amazing things that have happened and are happening, and I also consider what I’m ready to let go of. 

Consider who I am becoming

The next step is to consider who I am becoming. I get grounded by taking a walk around the block or doing a 10-minute meditation, and then I ask myself, “who am I five years from now?” I love thiis question because it frees me up from feeling like things have to happen tomorrow. 

Note: If five years doesn’t do it for you, try breaking it down into smaller chunks of time. Consider what you want to achieve in the next 90 days, six months, or one year. What kind of person do you want to be in those shorter periods? Or what would be your deepest desires without your current constraints of money, health, relationships?

Plan my month

Now that I’ve reflected on what has been and considered who I’m becoming, I plan my birthday month. I consider the activities and experiences that will make me happy and fulfilled in the exact season that I am in. I make a list of those things and then schedule them throughout the month.

Don’t forget to include self-care activities in your plan. This could include things like a massage, meditation, or simply taking a long bath. Whatever makes you feel relaxed and recharged should be included in your plan.

In conclusion…

Your birthday month is a great time to reflect on what has been, consider who you are becoming, and plan to become her. But remember, you don’t need to wait for your birthday month to take some time for yourself. Any time of the year is a good time to prioritize self-care and uplevel your mindset.